Best UK Geekery Podcasts (2024)

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IGN UK Podcast 768: Pure Misery, Both Good and Bad 1:38:04

20h ago1:38:04

1:38:04

Cardy, Matt, and Jesse are here to deliver a week full of misery. That isn't always a bad thing, though. Case in point: Silent Hill 2, a fantastic remake of a horror classic. It can, however, definitely be a bad thing. Just like the incredibly boring Joker: Folie à Deux. We have reviews of both this week, as well as thoughts of Hell Is Us, the Unti…

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IGN UK Podcast 767: Where's Tokyo Games Tho? 1:10:00

8d ago1:10:00

1:10:00

You are listener number 200,081 in the queue for this week's IGN UK Podcast, where Jen, Jesse, and Mat discuss the biggest news out of this year's Tokyo Games Show, chat a little bit of Deadlock, and there's an update to the tale of the microwaved chicken in the latest round of listener feedback. Send us your thoughts about all the new games, TV sh…

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CRRRRS 555 There's Always Some Problem, Isn't There? 25:57

8d ago25:57

25:57

Various Geek Holiday Greetings, Mic too Fat, Capsule Reviews, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar and Three More, Longlegs, Omni Loop, Slow Horses, The Old Man, Nightsleeper, Kaos, The Penguin

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The Best HORROR GEMS on 4K 56:17

10d ago56:17

56:17

We share our Blu-ray picks for September 2024 plus list our top 15 favourite horror 4K Blu-raysBy Cas Harlow

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MOVIE WORKPRINTS - Are They The Holy Grail For Hardcore Fans? 52:38

12d ago52:38

52:38

In our September Movies and TV podcast, we offer a Top 10 list of must-watch picks for the month. Then, we dive into our featured topic: Workprints – the elusive Holy Grail for dedicated movie fans.By Cas Harlow

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IGN UK Podcast 766: PlayStation Series That Need to Come Back 1:23:40

15d ago1:23:40

1:23:40

What are the seemingly dead PlayStation series that need to make a comeback? Cardy, Matt, and Mat pick three each that they'd love to see new games from. Before that, though, there are some very early impressions of The Plucky Squire, as well as far too much talk about Lidl and giant crisps. Remember to send us your thoughts about all the new games…

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Getting the BEST Out Of Your Video Sources Plus Who Are CEDIA? 1:05:29

19d ago1:05:29

1:05:29

Once you've got your AV space correctly set up and your display calibrated for accuracy, there's still the question of making sure your video sources are up to the task. In this Home AV podcast, we look at how to get the best from the entire video chain. We also discuss the changing nature of accessing content. Plus, we find out more about industry…

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IGN UK Podcast 765: PS5 Pros and Biscuit Pockets 1:19:05

22d ago1:19:05

1:19:05

Cardy, Matt, and Emma are here to discuss Sony's unveiling of the PS5 Pro and whether it's worth the high price that's been set. Then they chat about their time with the Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 multiplayer beta, as well as thoughts on new movies Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and Rebel Ridge. There's also plenty (probably too much) chat about biscuits a…

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CRRRRS 554 Black Umbrella Weather 36:32

24d ago36:32

36:32

Almost One Month Later, Trap, The Rings of Power, The Aliens, Collectormania Milton Keynes, The Jetty, Sherwood, One Foot in the Grave, Roy's Post-Punk, Goth, Etc. Mixtape, Journal, Follow Up, Green Explosion

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CRRRRS 553 Doctor Who: The Twin Dilemma 46:54

25d ago46:54

46:54

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The TRUTH About TV Calibration: What It is… And What It Isn't. 1:06:06

27d ago1:06:06

1:06:06

We bust a few myths about TV calibration on this edition of the AVForums TV, Display and Calibration podcast. For example, what qualifies as calibration… and what doesn't? What is Filmmaker Mode and do you actually need your TV calibrated if it’s accurate out of the box? Is it always best to get a professional in or can you have a go yourself? What…

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IGN UK Podcast 764: Bots, Bolters, and Blood 1:04:28

30d ago1:04:28

1:04:28

Cardy and Matt are putting on a two-man show this week as they discuss the pure joy of Astro Bot, the bloody delight of Space Marine 2, and PlayStation's Concord disaster. There's also a time for a quick chat about two of the best films of the year: coming-of-age comedy Didi, and beautiful toilet-cleaning drama Perfect Days. Remember to send us you…

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Which Music Streamer is BEST For You? 56:15

1M ago56:15

56:15

We cut through the many confusing options for streaming music to help you decide which path to take. From choosing a streaming service on a mobile device to investing in a dedicated hardware module, we examine the advantages and disadvantages of the various approaches, suggest some options and also examine whether there's a quality trade off for th…

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IGN UK Podcast 763: Star Wars Outlaws, MGS Delta, and Alien: Romulus 2:00:47

1M ago2:00:47

2:00:47

We're back from gamescom and we have a TON of games to talk about. We dig deep into Star Wars Outlaws and Black Myth: Wukong, and Matt P and Dale talk about their hands-on time with the hotly anticipated Metal Gear Solid Delta and Silent Hill 2 remakes. We've also seen Alien: Romulus, and not only do we have a spoiler-free chat, but we also dive in…

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What Are the MUST BUY Discs of 2024 So Far? 47:47

1M ago47:47

47:47

The team members each pick their favourites of the year taking film quality, extras and packaging into account to come up with 15 best discs to add to your physical media collection. Plus the guys select their top recommended 4K & Blu-ray releases to help you with your purchasing choices for this month.…

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Does The Classic Fury Road NEED The Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga Prequel? 44:00

1M ago44:00

44:00

The Movies Team takes a deep dive into Furiosa, the latest entry in the Mad Max franchise and asks whether it misses the iconic central character, whether the 'A Mad Max Saga' subtitle is necessary, and where the film succeeds and fails. Plus the guys select their recommended TV shows and movies for the month so you know what to keep an eye out for…

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IGN UK Podcast 762: The Best of gamescom 2024 1:00:44

1M ago1:00:44

1:00:44

After a week full of seeing new and upcoming games in Germany, Cardy, Matt, and Alex are here to report back on everything they've seen. There's Dying Light: The Beast, Avowed, Indiana Jones, Crimson Desert, Atomfall, and much, much more. Remember to send us your thoughts about all the new games, TV shows, and films you're enjoying or looking forwa…

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TV vs. Projector: Which is BEST For Your Viewing Room? 1:00:51

2M ago1:00:51

1:00:51

We look at the differences between Screening Rooms, Home Cinemas and Media Rooms and discuss which you should go for when designing your project and how each might affect your video chain choices. Plus, now that huge TV screens are a viable alternative to a projector for your home cinema, which should you choose?…

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CRRRRS 552 We're Going to Need a Much Bigger Boat 53:25

2M ago53:25

53:25

Since Last Time, Alone, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Monkey Man, Godzilla Minus One, Godzilla x Kong The New Empire, The Invitation, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, Shadow in the Cloud, Star Wars: The Acolyte, The Boys, Mrs Armitage on Wheels, We Hunt Together, The Turkish Detective, Berlin Station, Super Cub, The Umbrella Academy, Ultraviolet, Gee…

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Hisense 2024 TV Line-up. Are GIANT TVs the FUTURE of Home Entertainment? 55:03

2M ago55:03

55:03

On this episode, we interview guest Rob Andrews, Head of Strategy and Go To Market from Hisense, who tells us about the company's TV line-up for 2024 and its overall plans for the TV market going forward. Plus, as prices edge further downwards and more models become available, we look into whether huge screens are driving the next TV growth area.…

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IGN UK Podcast 761: Space Marine 2 Might Be the Warhammer Game We've Always Wanted 1:07:48

2M ago1:07:48

1:07:48

Warhammer über-nerd Matt has finally played a decent chunk of the upcoming third-person shooter Space Marine 2, and from what he's played it's far exceeded his expectations. Jesse has been sinking his time into another Warhammer 40K game, Speed Freeks , and, well... you'll just have to listen to this week's IGN UK Podcast to find out what he thinks…

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Integrated Amplifiers: Simple vs Smart - Which is RIGHT For You? 51:06

2M ago51:06

51:06

We look at integrated amplifiers and whether it's best to opt for a simple or smart model. We ask why they are so popular, what are the features you should be considering for your own Hi-Fi system? Plus, do you actually need one and what are the alternatives? We also have special guest Ashton Wagner from Rega, who designs some of the very best Hi-F…

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IGN UK Podcast 760: Is Thank Goodness You're Here the Funniest Game Ever? 1:11:14

2M ago1:11:14

1:11:14

Cardy, Matt, and Dale have all been playing hilarious new "slapformer" Thank Goodness You're Here, and think it may just be the funniest game ever made. They discuss what makes it so good, as well as pick out some of their other favourite comedy games. After that, there's time to discuss new Matt Damon film The Instigators, as well as their picks f…

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The HARDEST Decision: What Game to Play Next? 1:10:54

2M ago1:10:54

1:10:54

On our sophomore edition of the AVForums Gaming Podcast, we look at the factors that get you excited about playing a game. From genre preferences to the platform on which you like to play, and whether you prefer a lengthy immersive dip into a long running campaign or a short online run-and-gun session with friends. We examine the combination of ele…

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CRRRRS 551 Hammer House of Horror: The Mark of Satan 35:14

2M ago35:14

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CRRRRS 550 Hammer House of Horror: The Two Faces of Evil 19:07

2M ago19:07

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CRRRRS 549 Hammer House of Horror: Visitor from the Grave 21:55

2M ago21:55

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IGN UK Podcast 759: If You Like Cameos, You'll Love Deadpool & Wolverine 1:22:45

2M ago1:22:45

1:22:45

It's movie week on the IGN UK Podcast as Cardy, Matt, and Mat convene to talk about all the new films they've been watching. Of course, we've got the big hitter in Deadpool & Wolverine, scary weather with Twisters, coming of age drama in I Saw the TV Glow, and Korean thriller Sleep. There's also a movie-based Endless Search game to play, as well as…

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Do Disc EXTRAS ADD To The Movie Experience? 47:55

2M ago47:55

47:55

We examine the value of disc Extras. Do the documentaries, interviews behind the scenes EPKs and commentaries that chart the journey a movie has taken to get to the screen enhance the film experience or just prove to be a time suck filled with unnecessary info? And what about off-disc extras such as cards, maps, badges and booklets? Would you pay e…

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Has Marketing RUINED Movies? 49:26

3M ago49:26

49:26

Is the marketing of movies part of the problem with modern cinema? This episode sees the team discuss movie and TV marketing in the internet age including how the audience experience is affected by bad trailers, misleading interview comments and, occasionally, no promotion at all! Plus the guys give their recommendations for this month.…

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IGN UK Podcast 758: We Build Our Dream Sci-Fi Games 1:34:41

3M ago1:34:41

1:34:41

Cardy, Dale, and Jesse are here to build their own dream sci-fi games. To do that, they'll take turns at drafting aspects of other already existing sci-fi games, such as combat, location, characters, and combining them to create their own Frankenstein creations. Plus, as if that wasn't already too much fun, there's a tense round of the Endless sear…

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How To Choose The BEST SPEAKERS For Your Home Cinema Space 1:07:56

3M ago1:07:56

1:07:56

Floorstanders, standmounts, sub/sats, in-wall - which speaker approach is best for your AV project? On this episode of the Home AV Podcast we look at how to go about deciding on your home theater speaker setup including; how important the design phase is in informing this choice; and whether you really need different speakers depending on whether y…

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CRRRRS 548 Hammer House of Horror: Guardian of the Abyss 33:37

3M ago33:37

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IGN UK Podcast 757: Star Wars Outlaws, Trying and... It's Coming Home? 1:02:43

3M ago1:02:43

1:02:43

Join Dale, Emma, and Jesse for some galactic Star Wars Outlaws chat about the upcoming open-world Star Wars game coming this August. The trio also talk about the heartwarming Apple TV show, Trying, which just released its fourth season, as well as the brand new Gladiator 2 trailer. Send us your thoughts about all the new games, TV shows, and films …

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CRRRRS 547 Bubbling Up from the Depths of The Black Cauldron 25:59

3M ago25:59

25:59

Haven, The Black Cauldron, Oppenheimer, Amicus Productions, Star Wars: The Acolyte, Vote, Hammer House of Horror Revisit Mini-Marathon Next

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Is The TV Market SHRINKING in 2024? 1:07:57

3M ago1:07:57

1:07:57

We interview Paul Gray from Omdia who tells us what his research shows about the current winners and losers in the TV market. He pulls back the curtain on the future of OLED TVs and why MicroLED is taking so long to appear in consumer television sets. Plus he explains why there are likely to be more adverts appearing on your TV and what consumers c…

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IGN UK Podcast 756: The 2024 Halfway Point Check-In 1:20:11

3M ago1:20:11

1:20:11

Cardy, Matt, and Jesse are taking advantage of it being exactly the halfway point of the year to talk about some of their highlights of 2024 so far, as well as the games and movies they're most looking forward to in the remaining six months. Before that, though, they each have a new thing to bring the table in the form of Zenless Zone Zero, Kinds o…

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CRRRRS 546 Happy 12th Anniversary and No Other Talk 39:29

3M ago39:29

39:29

Can You Believe It Has Been Twelve Years?, Hammer House of Horror Revisit, Follow Up From 545 Doctor Who: Empire of Death, I Saw the TV Glow, American Fiction, A Journey Through the Tabs, Motorcycling, Vote Against Them or Face a Dystopic Future Like V for Vendetta, Here's to More Years

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Audiophile Dilemma: QUALITY vs COST 1:03:14

3M ago1:03:14

1:03:14

Does build quality and materials matter to you when choosing your Hi-Fi equipment or is it all about the sound quality? Phil and Ed delve into the subject and invite your thoughts and comments.By Phil Hinton

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IGN UK Podcast 755: Miyazaki's Michelin Star 1:21:07

3M ago1:21:07

1:21:07

Cardy, Matt, and Emma have all been playing Elden Ring's new DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, and give an update on their (mostly spoiler-free) journeys so far, including all of the new weapons, places, and fingers they've seen so far. They've also been watching the new season of The Bear with a range of thoughts shared on the opening episodes of the re…

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The ULTIMATE 4K Blu-ray Movie Wishlist 42:20

3M ago42:20

42:20

Now that Aliens, True Lies and The Abyss are finally available on 4K, what are the UHD discs that we're most looking forward to? Will The Terminator have James Cameron’s now signature 4K look? Is Civil War the most mainstream upcoming release and what's on offer for completists, collectors and cult fans? Plus the guys select their top ten 4K discs …

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What's The Next Movie Trend Now The Superhero Bubble Has Burst? 47:09

3M ago47:09

47:09

With Marvel's movies no longer a guarantee of interesting character arcs, thrilling stories and exciting spectacle, this week the Movies Team asks, "What's the next big thing for Hollywood now that the superhero star has faded"? Plus the guys select their top eleven TV shows and movies so you know what to keep an eye out for in the next month.…

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CRRRRS 545 Doctor Who: Empire of Death and Other Talk 37:10

3M ago37:10

37:10

The Phantom of the Open, Star Wars: The Acolyte, The Boys, Future Man, Doctor Who: Empire of Death, Doctor Who Season 14/1 Wrap Up, Utopia 2024, Zdzislaw Beksinski

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IGN UK Podcast 754: The Boys, Some Dragons and an Acolyte 1:07:30

4M ago1:07:30

1:07:30

Dale, Mat and Emma are here and so is a ton of brand new TV for us to watch. We share our thoughts on the first episode of House of the Dragon, Season 4 of The Boys and Dale has mixed emotions about Star Wars: The Acolyte. We've also seen (and talk about) the new Glen Powell Netflix movie, Hit Man, and we play another lovely, fan-submitted round of…

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What's The Best Setup For Home Theater Speakers? Are There Too Many Channels? 1:06:03

4M ago1:06:03

1:06:03

This week we look at home cinema, media rooms and living spaces in 2024 and ask what are the best positions for the use of surround sound and Dolby Atmos speakers? Plus, do you actually need all those speakers and has home theater gone mad with the number of audio channels now available?By Phil Hinton

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CRRRRS 544 Doctor Who: The Legend of Ruby Sunday and Other Talk 51:35

4M ago51:35

51:35

The Big Thing, The Owners, Spider-Man: No Way Home, The Witches, The Green Man, Star Wars: The Acolyte, Spy/Master, Doctor Who: The Legend of Ruby Sunday, Journal, Another Moment of Doubt

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IGN UK Podcast 753: The Best Games From Not-E3 1:30:29

4M ago1:30:29

1:30:29

It's back! Well it's not, but the last week captured a little of what made E3s of old so special, thanks to tons of new announcements and fresh gameplay for games we're already excited about. Now the dust has settled, Matt, Jesse, and Alex look back at the games that really stood out and take on the challenge of picking a single game from the hundr…

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CRRRRS 543 Hammer House of Horror: Carpathian Eagle 36:04

4M ago36:04

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BIG TVs - TCL's 2024 TV Line up INTERVIEW 51:28

4M ago51:28

51:28

This week we interview Marek Maciejewski, TCL Product Development Director for Europe about the 2024 QD-Mini LED TV Line-up and the massive screens available in each range, including the monster 115-inch X955.By Phil Hinton

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CRRRRS 542 You Know I Said This Is Not a Doctor Who Podcast? 48:37

4M ago48:37

48:37

Buckets of Goo, Monolith, I Am Not a Serial Killer, Munich: The Edge of War, Three Thousand Years of Longing, Dead Boy Detectives, Star Trek: Discovery, The Red King, Eric, Star Wars: The Acolyte, Doctor Who: 73 Yards, Doctor Who: Dot and Bubble, Doctor Who: Rogue, Another Doctor Who Retraction, Continuing Annoyance of Doctor Who Broadcast Time, Do…

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